Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
US$161
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
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US$161
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Pure Formosa Concept Hotel average US$53 in the cheapest month (January) and US$191 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$53 |
| February | US$57 |
| March | US$72 |
| April | US$107 |
| May | US$127 |
| June | US$141 |
| July | US$156 |
| August | US$191 |
| September | US$161 |
| October | US$107 |
| November | US$66 |
| December | US$59 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$191)
Cheapest: January (~US$53)
About this property
Enjoy a relaxing stay with an outdoor pool and convenient access to Olhao Municipal Market, just 0.5 km away.
Location
Olhão Historic Center, a neighborhood in Olhao, is home to Pure Formosa Concept Hotel. Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Faro Island Beach. Algarve Living Science Center and Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain biking.
Parking
Airport shuttle
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Business centre
Housekeeping
Room options
8
Premium Double Or Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
226 ft²
City ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
7
Standard Double Or Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Courtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
8
Superior Double Or Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
205 ft²
Courtyard ViewQuiet Street ViewAir ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
Guest reviews of Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
9.2
Superb
Based on 850 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Pure Formosa Concept Hotel, travellers consistently praise spotless, modern interiors, a central Olhão location, warm and helpful staff, and the scenic rooftop pool and bar, while noting some compact rooms, occasional street or construction noise, and limited on‑site parking.
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At Pure Formosa Concept Hotel, travellers consistently praise spotless, modern interiors, a central Olhão location, warm and helpful staff, and the scenic rooftop pool and bar, while noting some compact rooms, occasional street or construction noise, and limited on‑site parking.
Many reviews highlight comfortable beds, strong showers, and simple contemporary design, though some standard and annex rooms feel small with limited storage or less desirable views. Breakfast is widely regarded as fresh and varied, but on-site food beyond breakfast is limited and a few vegan or alternative milk options were missed. Expect a clean, friendly stay with good value, modern comforts, and a relaxed boutique feel.
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Facilities
The rooftop pool and bar with panoramic views are a standout feature. The pool is small with sunbeds sometimes scarce, and parking is mostly street-based with very limited garage spaces; a few guests mentioned occasional pool cleanliness issues.
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10
Alexandra
20 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean and new hotel in the centre of Olhao. The train station is a 5 minute walk in one direction and the harbour a 5 minute walk the other way. The staff at reception were very helpful with information about the local area. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The rooftop pool is stunning.
Very clean and new hotel in the centre of Olhao. The train station is a 5 minute walk in one direction and the harbour a 5 minute walk the other way. The staff at reception were very helpful with information about the local area. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The rooftop pool is stunning.
10
maria
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pequeno el hotel y las habitaciones pero muy agradables. El baño de muy buen tamaño y funcional. El desayuno muy bueno. Hotel moderno cerca de todas las atracciones de Olhao. Servicio excelente. Solo el estacionamiento es en la calle pero nosotros no tuvimos problemas en conseguir lugar. Excelente servicio. volveríamos a escogerlo
Pequeno el hotel y las habitaciones pero muy agradables. El baño de muy buen tamaño y funcional. El desayuno muy bueno. Hotel moderno cerca de todas las atracciones de Olhao. Servicio excelente. Solo el estacionamiento es en la calle pero nosotros no tuvimos problemas en conseguir lugar. Excelente servicio. volveríamos a escogerlo
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Jacqueline
30 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very new and modern hotel, great rooftop pool and bar. Our problem was we booked hotel because it offered "limited parking" " reservation not possible" to be told when we arrived that they only have FOUR parking spaces for the whole hotel! Of they were taken, they offered us street parking.
Very new and modern hotel, great rooftop pool and bar. Our problem was we booked hotel because it offered "limited parking" " reservation not possible" to be told when we arrived that they only have FOUR parking spaces for the whole hotel! Of they were taken, they offered us street parking.
10
Annette
17 Sept 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We had a great one week stay. Bed was incredibly comfortable and gorgeous shower room. Everything was modern and immaculately kept. Roof terrace and pool was good. However, we and a few other people felt the pool would benefit from a hand rail to help the less mobile people get in and out of the pool. Staff were very friendly, helpful and efficient. This is a town centre hotel, so don’t expect great views from your room, but the views from the roof terrace were stunning. It’s very centrally located and an easy walk to cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and the ferry out to the islands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. We’d definitely recommend this hotel and will most certainly return.
We had a great one week stay. Bed was incredibly comfortable and gorgeous shower room. Everything was modern and immaculately kept. Roof terrace and pool was good. However, we and a few other people felt the pool would benefit from a hand rail to help the less mobile people get in and out of the pool. Staff were very friendly, helpful and efficient. This is a town centre hotel, so don’t expect great views from your room, but the views from the roof terrace were stunning. It’s very centrally located and an easy walk to cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and the ferry out to the islands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. We’d definitely recommend this hotel and will most certainly return.
8
Christine Carol
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Having stayed here three years ago with my husband and enjoyed it very much I booked for my sister and I to stay. I paid extra for a balcony thinking I’d have a similar view as my husband and I had had, overlooking the city rooftops, but no! Our ‘view’ was of the next door building and scaffolding and overlooking the ‘inside garden’ which is basically the smoking area, rendering the balcony useless to us. We asked to change rooms the following morning to be told they were fully booked and it wasn’t possible. Disappointing as a returning customer. The staff are all lovely and the cleaners excellent. The rooftop pool is great if you can get a sunbed! There aren’t that many and it was often difficult especially as some people left towels on them then disappeared for three or four hours, shame on them. The rooftop bar is very nice too though the cocktails are pretty poor tbh and for some reason the sangria was never the same twice! The beer is cold and refreshing and there are some nice snacks or lunches to be had. Nothing would stop me returning though and I will be back though I’ll double check which view I’ll be getting next time 🙂
Having stayed here three years ago with my husband and enjoyed it very much I booked for my sister and I to stay. I paid extra for a balcony thinking I’d have a similar view as my husband and I had had, overlooking the city rooftops, but no! Our ‘view’ was of the next door building and scaffolding and overlooking the ‘inside garden’ which is basically the smoking area, rendering the balcony useless to us. We asked to change rooms the following morning to be told they were fully booked and it wasn’t possible. Disappointing as a returning customer. The staff are all lovely and the cleaners excellent. The rooftop pool is great if you can get a sunbed! There aren’t that many and it was often difficult especially as some people left towels on them then disappeared for three or four hours, shame on them. The rooftop bar is very nice too though the cocktails are pretty poor tbh and for some reason the sangria was never the same twice! The beer is cold and refreshing and there are some nice snacks or lunches to be had. Nothing would stop me returning though and I will be back though I’ll double check which view I’ll be getting next time 🙂
10
James
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Good modern hotel. Breakfast plenty of well stocked options. Rooms are a good size and modern and comfortable beds. Roof top with pool is a lovely space. Sunbeds at a premium at times but usually find one if you hang about. Staff very friendly and responsive prior to and during our stay .
Good modern hotel. Breakfast plenty of well stocked options. Rooms are a good size and modern and comfortable beds. Roof top with pool is a lovely space. Sunbeds at a premium at times but usually find one if you hang about. Staff very friendly and responsive prior to and during our stay .
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Ann-Christi
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Schöne Unterkunft mit tollem Design und super freundlichen Mitarbeitenden. Die Rooftop Bar und die Pool-Area sind toll, allerdings war der Pool (das Wasser) leider nicht so sauber, sodass ich auf ein Bad dort verzichtet habe. Sehr schade, weil das u.a. ein Grund für die Buchung dieses Hotels war. Ist allerdings auch eher was zum Planschen, 1,20m tief. Aussicht von oben ist trotzdem toll.
Schöne Unterkunft mit tollem Design und super freundlichen Mitarbeitenden. Die Rooftop Bar und die Pool-Area sind toll, allerdings war der Pool (das Wasser) leider nicht so sauber, sodass ich auf ein Bad dort verzichtet habe. Sehr schade, weil das u.a. ein Grund für die Buchung dieses Hotels war. Ist allerdings auch eher was zum Planschen, 1,20m tief. Aussicht von oben ist trotzdem toll.
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Carla
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything about this hotel was amazing from the moment we got there. Friendly staff, beautiful rooms, amazing roof top pool and bar. The whole vibe is very chilled. Only negative is they don’t have food at the pool bar on a Monday which we weren’t aware of and that was our only pool day so had to go out to get lunch. We did find a lovely place so didn’t make a huge difference.
Everything about this hotel was amazing from the moment we got there. Friendly staff, beautiful rooms, amazing roof top pool and bar. The whole vibe is very chilled. Only negative is they don’t have food at the pool bar on a Monday which we weren’t aware of and that was our only pool day so had to go out to get lunch. We did find a lovely place so didn’t make a huge difference.
10
Aileen
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff, safe secure peaceful relaxing fabulous rooftop extremely clean central location loved it - would highly recommend
Friendly staff, safe secure peaceful relaxing fabulous rooftop extremely clean central location loved it - would highly recommend
10
Chantal
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accueil, chaleureux et attentionné. Chambre très belle et très propre. Très bien situé. Nous avons pu laisser nos vélos au garage. Très sécuritaire. Belle piscine sur le toit avec bar et vue magnifique.
Excellent accueil, chaleureux et attentionné. Chambre très belle et très propre. Très bien situé. Nous avons pu laisser nos vélos au garage. Très sécuritaire. Belle piscine sur le toit avec bar et vue magnifique.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the hotel and rooms as spotless with attentive housekeeping and fresh-smelling common areas. A few noted later room servicing times or isolated issues like ants or missed in-room replacements.
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10
Isabella
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing hotel, so clean,
Amazing hotel, so clean,
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George
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Very very clean and a big shout out for the housekeeping staff who are superb
Very very clean and a big shout out for the housekeeping staff who are superb
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Comfort
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Spotless room. Room and hallway smelled fresh. cleaning was done everyday which was helpful. Asked for additional towels and had no problem getting it. They provide guidance on the ferry, train and places to eat. Really made my stay very comfortable. I really like the eco friendly decor as well.
Spotless room. Room and hallway smelled fresh. cleaning was done everyday which was helpful. Asked for additional towels and had no problem getting it. They provide guidance on the ferry, train and places to eat. Really made my stay very comfortable. I really like the eco friendly decor as well.
10
Hilary
27 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Helpful friendly staff, clean facilities, great shower.
Helpful friendly staff, clean facilities, great shower.
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Benjamin
17 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was infested with ants on night one but after that everything was fine. No other room so we had to kill and clean all the ants ourselves. Lady from front desk was nice but did think it was odd that we ended up cleaning the room.
Room was infested with ants on night one but after that everything was fine. No other room so we had to kill and clean all the ants ourselves. Lady from front desk was nice but did think it was odd that we ended up cleaning the room.
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Yousef
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The staff were great, rooms were really nice and clean. Small things were not so great, like the pool would sometimes not be clean (although that could be because of the wind) and our en-suite coffee mugs were not replaced after we used them. All in all, really enjoyed our stay and would stay again happily.
The staff were great, rooms were really nice and clean. Small things were not so great, like the pool would sometimes not be clean (although that could be because of the wind) and our en-suite coffee mugs were not replaced after we used them. All in all, really enjoyed our stay and would stay again happily.
10
Shrina
28 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely hotel, very clean with nice rooftop terrace.
A lovely hotel, very clean with nice rooftop terrace.
10
Glynis
5 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The staff are so friendly, everywhere is beautifully clean. Close to town. Couldn't fault anything will stay there again next year
The staff are so friendly, everywhere is beautifully clean. Close to town. Couldn't fault anything will stay there again next year
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Sarah
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I stayed for 3 nights and I couldn't fault it. The hotel is immaculate and nothing is too much trouble. Staff are really friendly and the rooftop bar and pool is a real highlight. I stayed in July and there was never a struggle for a sunbed. I stayed in a superior room which was clean and comfortable with everything I needed. On arrival one of the bulbs was flashing in my bathroom. I reported it to reception and it was replaced immediately. The front of house team were always happy advise about things to do in the area, transport etc. If I come back to Olhão I will happily return to the pure Formosa.
I stayed for 3 nights and I couldn't fault it. The hotel is immaculate and nothing is too much trouble. Staff are really friendly and the rooftop bar and pool is a real highlight. I stayed in July and there was never a struggle for a sunbed. I stayed in a superior room which was clean and comfortable with everything I needed. On arrival one of the bulbs was flashing in my bathroom. I reported it to reception and it was replaced immediately. The front of house team were always happy advise about things to do in the area, transport etc. If I come back to Olhão I will happily return to the pure Formosa.
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Terence
4 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Yes immaculate
Yes immaculate
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Rooms
Rooms are modern and comfortable with good beds and showers; many have balconies, though views vary. Several guests found standard rooms compact with limited storage, and some reported street or construction noise or difficulty adjusting the air conditioning.
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Lynne
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful budget hotel and great pool area on roof. Very comfortable bed and nice linen. Lovely staff-very helpful- fulfilled my request re high floor. Free parking available on streets nearby.The only problem I had was the noise at night from the road especially when the bin men emptied the bins after midnight and people shouting in the street even though we were on the top floor-not hotel’s fault though- all in all very good. Thankyou.
Beautiful budget hotel and great pool area on roof. Very comfortable bed and nice linen. Lovely staff-very helpful- fulfilled my request re high floor. Free parking available on streets nearby.The only problem I had was the noise at night from the road especially when the bin men emptied the bins after midnight and people shouting in the street even though we were on the top floor-not hotel’s fault though- all in all very good. Thankyou.
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Mary Anne
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Guests cannot control room temperature. Room was unbearably hot and uncomfortable. Only provided water on first day of stay would not recommend
Guests cannot control room temperature. Room was unbearably hot and uncomfortable. Only provided water on first day of stay would not recommend
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Martyn
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Everything excellent except for the storage space in room
Everything excellent except for the storage space in room
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Tracey
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Superior room, comfortable and clean. Spacious balcony. Room cleaned daily. Comfortable bed. Only slight gripe, room was very warm but was unable to set the air con. Lovely front of house staff, special mention to Jessica who went above and beyond. Lovely rooftop pool/bar area, great location. Didnt have breakfast as im vegan and lots of choices along the marina. Highly recommend this hotel.
Superior room, comfortable and clean. Spacious balcony. Room cleaned daily. Comfortable bed. Only slight gripe, room was very warm but was unable to set the air con. Lovely front of house staff, special mention to Jessica who went above and beyond. Lovely rooftop pool/bar area, great location. Didnt have breakfast as im vegan and lots of choices along the marina. Highly recommend this hotel.
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Philip
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was in the annexe and the balcony had no privacy and looked out onto a building site. The room itself was ok, but there was no ventilation in the bathroom. Staff were really friendly and helpful and the roof top pool/bar was great. Breakfast was good and there was plenty of choice.
Our room was in the annexe and the balcony had no privacy and looked out onto a building site. The room itself was ok, but there was no ventilation in the bathroom. Staff were really friendly and helpful and the roof top pool/bar was great. Breakfast was good and there was plenty of choice.
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Peter
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Well-positioned hotel with small rooftop pool and bar area in the centre of Olhao near the ferries to Ria Formosa (a must visit but you must be prepared for a long walk). Our room was the only available when we booked and the wardrobe space was inadequate. The lady on reception changed our room after one day but choice was limited as it was August. We will return out of the holiday season.
Well-positioned hotel with small rooftop pool and bar area in the centre of Olhao near the ferries to Ria Formosa (a must visit but you must be prepared for a long walk). Our room was the only available when we booked and the wardrobe space was inadequate. The lady on reception changed our room after one day but choice was limited as it was August. We will return out of the holiday season.
10
James
26 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
this is a lovely little hotel which we have used on many occasions. Our mistake this time was booking a standard room which we found very small with no wardrobe ( only exposed hanging rail ). Will definitely book at least a superior room next time.
this is a lovely little hotel which we have used on many occasions. Our mistake this time was booking a standard room which we found very small with no wardrobe ( only exposed hanging rail ). Will definitely book at least a superior room next time.
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Stephen
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very modern and well appointed. Air conditioning didn’t work
Very modern and well appointed. Air conditioning didn’t work
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Moire
27 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Modern, clean rooms, servicing was a bit later in the day, a couple of times it was well after 4pm. Beds very comfy, good shower. Very handy position to train station and also the front.
Modern, clean rooms, servicing was a bit later in the day, a couple of times it was well after 4pm. Beds very comfy, good shower. Very handy position to train station and also the front.
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Luisa
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Modern und trotzdem gemütlich eingerichtetes Hotel mit toller Dachterasse inkl Pool. Das Hotel liegt direkt an einer häufig befahrenen Straße, weshalb man leider auch im Zimmer die Autos gehört hat. Sonst sind die Zimmer aber in einem Top Zustand. Frühstück ist ausreichend, könnte aber ruhig etwas mehr Auswahl sein (vor allem was laktosefreie/vegane Produkte angeht). Das Personal war durchgehend super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Auch der Service auf der Dachterasse ist toll und man fühlt sich sehr wohl.
Modern und trotzdem gemütlich eingerichtetes Hotel mit toller Dachterasse inkl Pool. Das Hotel liegt direkt an einer häufig befahrenen Straße, weshalb man leider auch im Zimmer die Autos gehört hat. Sonst sind die Zimmer aber in einem Top Zustand. Frühstück ist ausreichend, könnte aber ruhig etwas mehr Auswahl sein (vor allem was laktosefreie/vegane Produkte angeht). Das Personal war durchgehend super freundlich und zuvorkommend. Auch der Service auf der Dachterasse ist toll und man fühlt sich sehr wohl.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as warm, professional, and proactive, with reception offering local tips, quick check-in, and help with taxis and luggage. Isolated complaints cite slow responses or unhelpful management in specific cases.
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Liana
3 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
La estancia muy buena, personal de servicio joven y amable, muy buenas instalaciones, decoración muy cuidada, buen gusto en todas las instalaciones. Mi única crítica se refiere a que no contestan los mails cuando tienen alguna cuestión y te quedas sin saber si tendrán en cuenta tus peticiones. También que deberían mejorar el control de las plazas para descargar las maletas pues tuvimos que aparcar lejos pues habían coches aparentemente que aparcan delante por costumbre.
La estancia muy buena, personal de servicio joven y amable, muy buenas instalaciones, decoración muy cuidada, buen gusto en todas las instalaciones. Mi única crítica se refiere a que no contestan los mails cuando tienen alguna cuestión y te quedas sin saber si tendrán en cuenta tus peticiones. También que deberían mejorar el control de las plazas para descargar las maletas pues tuvimos que aparcar lejos pues habían coches aparentemente que aparcan delante por costumbre.
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Shaun
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel with great staff.
Lovely hotel with great staff.
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Claire
6 Oct 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Would not hesitate to stay at this hotel again. From check in to check out the service was impeccable from the friendly staff. Check in was quick and easy and advice given on where to find free parking spaces near to the hotel. Breakfast was plentiful with a large choice. Pool side was great with a delicious day time menu. Our room was spacious and spotlessly clean.
Would not hesitate to stay at this hotel again. From check in to check out the service was impeccable from the friendly staff. Check in was quick and easy and advice given on where to find free parking spaces near to the hotel. Breakfast was plentiful with a large choice. Pool side was great with a delicious day time menu. Our room was spacious and spotlessly clean.
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Nadia
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
From the moment we stepped into the hotel, we were greeted by a lovely gentleman who checked us in. He provided us with local information about restaurants and made some wonderful recommendations. All of the staff at reception and housekeeping made sure we were comfortable and well looked after. The hotel has a relaxing rooftop area although we didn't use the pool due to weather conditions. The rooms and bathrooms are cosy and well kept.
From the moment we stepped into the hotel, we were greeted by a lovely gentleman who checked us in. He provided us with local information about restaurants and made some wonderful recommendations. All of the staff at reception and housekeeping made sure we were comfortable and well looked after. The hotel has a relaxing rooftop area although we didn't use the pool due to weather conditions. The rooms and bathrooms are cosy and well kept.
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Charles
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jessica and Manuel on the front desk were excellent. Gave us lots of help and were so friendly. I would give them a 10 star rating!!
Jessica and Manuel on the front desk were excellent. Gave us lots of help and were so friendly. I would give them a 10 star rating!!
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Carlos
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, awesome staff
Great location, awesome staff
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sharon
30 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was my 2nd time at the hotel . It’s a fantastic small hotel with a great location , lovely rooms , excellent small rooftop bar and pool . The staff are all lovely and friendly .
This was my 2nd time at the hotel . It’s a fantastic small hotel with a great location , lovely rooms , excellent small rooftop bar and pool . The staff are all lovely and friendly .
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Lina
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice rooftop pool. Room clean. However our room faced the road and was noisy. Some staff were rude but other staff were very friendly.
Nice rooftop pool. Room clean. However our room faced the road and was noisy. Some staff were rude but other staff were very friendly.
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Simon
21 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
While the room and hotel itself was well maintained, modern and comfortable they had no interest in trying to resolve our booking issue. In short we ended up being forced to pay for 4 rooms when we only wanted two. We were told we could only check in when we paid for all four despite having confirmed by email we only wanted two rooms three weeks before arrival. They dismissed our reasoning and the management hid behind their reception staff without engaging with us directly. No effort to negotiate or meet us half-way. We were very disappointed but they didn’t care. Hotels.com tried to reason with them but they still wouldn’t change their mind. Do not book here until their management changes
While the room and hotel itself was well maintained, modern and comfortable they had no interest in trying to resolve our booking issue. In short we ended up being forced to pay for 4 rooms when we only wanted two. We were told we could only check in when we paid for all four despite having confirmed by email we only wanted two rooms three weeks before arrival. They dismissed our reasoning and the management hid behind their reception staff without engaging with us directly. No effort to negotiate or meet us half-way. We were very disappointed but they didn’t care. Hotels.com tried to reason with them but they still wouldn’t change their mind. Do not book here until their management changes
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Iga
2 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
On arrival we have asked for an early check in possibility- no issues at all, Fernanda at the reception desk is an absolute super star! So nice and welcoming! On the day of the arrival, there was a blackout in Portugal, all staff were there to help and support during this difficult time. Every day there was someone to tidy the room and change the bedding, give clean towels. Room was very clean, modern design was very pleasant.
On arrival we have asked for an early check in possibility- no issues at all, Fernanda at the reception desk is an absolute super star! So nice and welcoming! On the day of the arrival, there was a blackout in Portugal, all staff were there to help and support during this difficult time. Every day there was someone to tidy the room and change the bedding, give clean towels. Room was very clean, modern design was very pleasant.
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Location
Central location in Olhão within a short walk of the harbour, old town, restaurants, and train or ferry links; convenient for exploring. A few guests experienced street or construction noise near certain rooms.
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Lyn
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Good central location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Special thank you to housekeeping as our room was kept very clean and towels were replaced when requested.
Good central location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Special thank you to housekeeping as our room was kept very clean and towels were replaced when requested.
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Alexandra
20 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean and new hotel in the centre of Olhao. The train station is a 5 minute walk in one direction and the harbour a 5 minute walk the other way. The staff at reception were very helpful with information about the local area. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The rooftop pool is stunning.
Very clean and new hotel in the centre of Olhao. The train station is a 5 minute walk in one direction and the harbour a 5 minute walk the other way. The staff at reception were very helpful with information about the local area. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The rooftop pool is stunning.
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Mldred
9 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a good stay at this hotel! The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. They have a nice rooftop bar and pool. It was walking distance to the pier which had great restaurants. It was also close to the train and ferry. We loved this area!
We had a good stay at this hotel! The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. They have a nice rooftop bar and pool. It was walking distance to the pier which had great restaurants. It was also close to the train and ferry. We loved this area!
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Alison
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel in centre of Olhao with a very contemporary vibe. Beautiful rooftop pool and bar/lounge area.
Lovely hotel in centre of Olhao with a very contemporary vibe. Beautiful rooftop pool and bar/lounge area.
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Raffaela
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Good location, clean, great location, good variety for breakfast. Overall would definitely recommend.
Good location, clean, great location, good variety for breakfast. Overall would definitely recommend.
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Jose
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Well placed in a quitet area, in city center
Well placed in a quitet area, in city center
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Stefan
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Etwas Abseits des großen Trubels an der Algarve ein niedliches Hotel mit moderner Ausstattung, gutem Frühstücksbuffet. Fußläufig zur Altstadt Wir können das Hotel empfehlen
Etwas Abseits des großen Trubels an der Algarve ein niedliches Hotel mit moderner Ausstattung, gutem Frühstücksbuffet. Fußläufig zur Altstadt Wir können das Hotel empfehlen
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Gordon
20 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location on edge of old town. Modern and stylish building. Rooms compact but with everything you need. Top floor deck area great. Staff very friendly and helpful. If rooftop bar did snacks it would have been perfect.
Good location on edge of old town. Modern and stylish building. Rooms compact but with everything you need. Top floor deck area great. Staff very friendly and helpful. If rooftop bar did snacks it would have been perfect.
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Steve
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, very walkable to ferry and boardwalk for cocktails and food, lots of construction going on though, were woken up a couple mornings by noise but in no way the hotels fault
Great location, very walkable to ferry and boardwalk for cocktails and food, lots of construction going on though, were woken up a couple mornings by noise but in no way the hotels fault
10
Cheryl
25 Oct 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
Nice hotel in good location
Nice hotel in good location
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety. Beyond breakfast, on-site food is limited to rooftop bar or snacks with occasional gaps, and a few guests wanted more vegan options or alternative milks.
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Rúben
20 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at Pure Formosa. Everything was extremely well kept and clean. We only wished that the breakfast had a few more options like more alternative milks (oat for instance - Pure Formosa only had Soya, which almost no one uses these days in favour of better and tastier options like oat) and maybe alternative yogurts. Apart from this, all great! :)
We really enjoyed our stay at Pure Formosa. Everything was extremely well kept and clean. We only wished that the breakfast had a few more options like more alternative milks (oat for instance - Pure Formosa only had Soya, which almost no one uses these days in favour of better and tastier options like oat) and maybe alternative yogurts. Apart from this, all great! :)
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Vance
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Very well located and fresh and clean with nice decor. Only a small pool with not enough area to sun bathe and it would be good if the offered bar snack lunches like chips & toasties
Very well located and fresh and clean with nice decor. Only a small pool with not enough area to sun bathe and it would be good if the offered bar snack lunches like chips & toasties
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Lauren
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location, very clean, gorgeous pool! Breakfast was fantastic! Highly recommend!
Excellent location, very clean, gorgeous pool! Breakfast was fantastic! Highly recommend!
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Tracey
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Superior room, comfortable and clean. Spacious balcony. Room cleaned daily. Comfortable bed. Only slight gripe, room was very warm but was unable to set the air con. Lovely front of house staff, special mention to Jessica who went above and beyond. Lovely rooftop pool/bar area, great location. Didnt have breakfast as im vegan and lots of choices along the marina. Highly recommend this hotel.
Superior room, comfortable and clean. Spacious balcony. Room cleaned daily. Comfortable bed. Only slight gripe, room was very warm but was unable to set the air con. Lovely front of house staff, special mention to Jessica who went above and beyond. Lovely rooftop pool/bar area, great location. Didnt have breakfast as im vegan and lots of choices along the marina. Highly recommend this hotel.
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Bridget
7 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent location, breakfast very good, roof top pool and bar outstanding
Excellent location, breakfast very good, roof top pool and bar outstanding
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Christine Carol
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Having stayed here three years ago with my husband and enjoyed it very much I booked for my sister and I to stay. I paid extra for a balcony thinking I’d have a similar view as my husband and I had had, overlooking the city rooftops, but no! Our ‘view’ was of the next door building and scaffolding and overlooking the ‘inside garden’ which is basically the smoking area, rendering the balcony useless to us. We asked to change rooms the following morning to be told they were fully booked and it wasn’t possible. Disappointing as a returning customer. The staff are all lovely and the cleaners excellent. The rooftop pool is great if you can get a sunbed! There aren’t that many and it was often difficult especially as some people left towels on them then disappeared for three or four hours, shame on them. The rooftop bar is very nice too though the cocktails are pretty poor tbh and for some reason the sangria was never the same twice! The beer is cold and refreshing and there are some nice snacks or lunches to be had. Nothing would stop me returning though and I will be back though I’ll double check which view I’ll be getting next time 🙂
Having stayed here three years ago with my husband and enjoyed it very much I booked for my sister and I to stay. I paid extra for a balcony thinking I’d have a similar view as my husband and I had had, overlooking the city rooftops, but no! Our ‘view’ was of the next door building and scaffolding and overlooking the ‘inside garden’ which is basically the smoking area, rendering the balcony useless to us. We asked to change rooms the following morning to be told they were fully booked and it wasn’t possible. Disappointing as a returning customer. The staff are all lovely and the cleaners excellent. The rooftop pool is great if you can get a sunbed! There aren’t that many and it was often difficult especially as some people left towels on them then disappeared for three or four hours, shame on them. The rooftop bar is very nice too though the cocktails are pretty poor tbh and for some reason the sangria was never the same twice! The beer is cold and refreshing and there are some nice snacks or lunches to be had. Nothing would stop me returning though and I will be back though I’ll double check which view I’ll be getting next time 🙂
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Raffaela
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Good location, clean, great location, good variety for breakfast. Overall would definitely recommend.
Good location, clean, great location, good variety for breakfast. Overall would definitely recommend.
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James
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Good modern hotel. Breakfast plenty of well stocked options. Rooms are a good size and modern and comfortable beds. Roof top with pool is a lovely space. Sunbeds at a premium at times but usually find one if you hang about. Staff very friendly and responsive prior to and during our stay .
Good modern hotel. Breakfast plenty of well stocked options. Rooms are a good size and modern and comfortable beds. Roof top with pool is a lovely space. Sunbeds at a premium at times but usually find one if you hang about. Staff very friendly and responsive prior to and during our stay .
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Alan
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Lovely hotel with very friendly and professional staff. Great breakfast.
Lovely hotel with very friendly and professional staff. Great breakfast.
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Carla
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything about this hotel was amazing from the moment we got there. Friendly staff, beautiful rooms, amazing roof top pool and bar. The whole vibe is very chilled. Only negative is they don’t have food at the pool bar on a Monday which we weren’t aware of and that was our only pool day so had to go out to get lunch. We did find a lovely place so didn’t make a huge difference.
Everything about this hotel was amazing from the moment we got there. Friendly staff, beautiful rooms, amazing roof top pool and bar. The whole vibe is very chilled. Only negative is they don’t have food at the pool bar on a Monday which we weren’t aware of and that was our only pool day so had to go out to get lunch. We did find a lovely place so didn’t make a huge difference.
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Garry
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent hotel in the heart of Olhão
Excellent hotel in the heart of Olhão
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Esperanca
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, loved the hotel, very, nice clean and comfortable. Really enjoyed the pool and the rooftop bar. Also amazing location right in the centre of town within walk distance to the marine and lots of restaurants and bars. Would definitely stay again.
Great stay, loved the hotel, very, nice clean and comfortable. Really enjoyed the pool and the rooftop bar. Also amazing location right in the centre of town within walk distance to the marine and lots of restaurants and bars. Would definitely stay again.
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Louise
10 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel in a nice location. The rooms were spotless clean but very small. We were unable to open our cases. The roof top pool is a lovely addition but unfortunately we didn’t use it as the water was very cloudy and there was hair and cream floating on top. We don’t think the pump was working so cooled down using the shower.
Lovely hotel in a nice location. The rooms were spotless clean but very small. We were unable to open our cases. The roof top pool is a lovely addition but unfortunately we didn’t use it as the water was very cloudy and there was hair and cream floating on top. We don’t think the pump was working so cooled down using the shower.
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Caroline
8 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this hotel, staff very helpful and friendly. The Rooftop bar and pool was lovely, always managed to get a lounger despite it being peak season. Great food and cocktails. Ideal location, short walk to the town. Nice and quiet would definitely return.
Loved this hotel, staff very helpful and friendly. The Rooftop bar and pool was lovely, always managed to get a lounger despite it being peak season. Great food and cocktails. Ideal location, short walk to the town. Nice and quiet would definitely return.
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Aileen
22 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is very nice. I totally remodeled. The rooms are soundproof and you cannot hear a single thing. Great location and a great staff. Would definitely stay there again.
The hotel is very nice. I totally remodeled. The rooms are soundproof and you cannot hear a single thing. Great location and a great staff. Would definitely stay there again.
FAQs about Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 20 per night.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available; however, specific pricing and arrangements need to be confirmed directly with the property.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive of Olhao Harbour and Olhao Municipal Market, approximately 0.5 km away. Faro Island Beach is about 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from the hotel.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool, operational from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids under 16 years of age can stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 15 per night, subject to availability. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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- 2026-10-31: 76.68439553857422USD
- 2026-11-01: 54.12681080776978USD
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Front desk is open 24/7.
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Business centre
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
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Activities
Swimming pool
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General
Non-smoking rooms
Poolside bar
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Internet
Free wi-fi